The Canterville Ghost (1985)
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Directors
William F. Claxton
Cast
Barry Van Dyke, Jenny Beck, Mary Wickes, Richard Kiley, Shelley Fabares
The story
The ghost of Sir Simon Canterville has been roaming his castle for centuries. After demonstrating cowardice in life, he must find a brave descendant to obtain rest.
Genres
fantasy film, ghost film
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